Best Smog Station and Auto Repair
“I took my vehicle in for the star station smog check and It was finished within 15 minutes or even quicker!”
Best Transmission Repair Shops in National City, CA
15 mechanics listed · 6 in National City · 6 open weekends · 12 rated 4.5+ · 1 shows a license
Data verified October 16, 2026
Total Care Transmissions & Classic Restoration
“They quoted a fair price, and stuck to the estimate even though the repair presented some unexpected challenges.”
Westcott Mazda Service
“The follow-up, the live video update, and the information were helpful and very much appreciated.”
Vega Auto Repair
“Honest mechanic shop, wont over price you.”
M & R Transmission
“I had a few issues afterwards and they happily took jeep back and diagnosed the issue.”
Vee's Tranmission's Plus
“Great customer service tony and daughter are awesome best transmission shop 👍”
Listed for drivers in and around National City, CA, these 15 shops work on transmissions. What each one says about rebuilds, warranty terms and the brands it handles comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: National City, CA
Of the 15 mechanics we list here, 6 are in National City itself and 9 come from San Diego (7, 12 mi), Chula Vista (1, 6 mi) and Lemon Grove (1, 7 mi). The mechanics on this page are rated from 4.2 to 5.0 across 2,903 reviews; 9 have 50 or more reviews and 12 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the mechanics on this page are "price", "honest" and "fair". 6 are open on Saturdays. 1 shows a license on its website; 2 list staff certifications (ASE) and 9 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 7 websites of the mechanics on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2007. 2 offer financing; 1 gives free estimates; 4 are family- or locally-owned and 4 list coupons or special offers. 1 has Spanish-speaking staff. We have a website on file for 10 of the mechanics on this page; 9 publish a contact page; 5 list a public email and 3 take bookings online. We count these figures across the mechanics on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the mechanic before you visit.
Do years in business matter for transmission work?
Ten or more years in business is claimed by 10 of the 15 shops here. Rebuild quality is hands-on skill, and a shop that has been in one place a long time is easier to hold to a warranty. It is what their listings state, not a guarantee.
Charlies Auto Repair
“My 2010 Fusion has 222000 miles on it and I have the mechanics at Charlie's to thank for just about everyone of them.”
Steering Column Repair & Supplies
“Repaired my 2009 Ford Escape at 1/3 of dealership quote, thanks!!”
Domex Customs
On Broadway Auto Care Inc.
“Very helpful and friendly people both in the shop and the office!”
Mission Hills Automotive
“Really nice and helpful guys…dropped in with a worrisome problem and they had it fixed in no time.”
North Park Auto Repair
“They fixed me up and got me on my way.”
Soto's Transmissions
“Loved the amount of time taken to explain the problem, the cause, the options.”
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John's Automotive Care
“They diagnosed the problem and let me know about other issues I should address.”
Lemon Grove Transmission
“Thank you Jeff and techs working at Lemon Grove transmission , I found my forever shop( clutch replacement $1660 and 60k service with alignment $800)”
Why these companies made our list
What customers say about mechanics in and near National City
- “Professional and friendly people. I recently did some work on my Acura integra transmission and everything was done correct and on time.” — customer of Total Care Transmissions & Classic Restoration
- “They swapped out my transmission. Fair pricing, quality work, and friendly staff.” — customer of Best Smog Station and Auto Repair
- “Replaced my clutch in a matter of hours, quick to estimate and finish the job.” — customer of M & R Transmission
- “Excellent work, honest and transparent. I brought in an older car that needed a transmission rebuild.” — customer of Total Care Transmissions & Classic Restoration
Excerpts from public reviews of the mechanics listed on this page.
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